Nimasha Jayathunga Arachchige
Keysborough
Summary
Compassionate and motivated first-year nursing student at Deakin university with clinical placement experience at Monash Health and a strong interest in aged care. Seeking a PCA role to apply my developing clinical skills, commitment to person-centres care, and passionate for supporting the wellbeing of older adults.
Personable and reliable individual with strong work ethic and excellent attention to detail. Knowledge of proper cleaning techniques and safety protocols ensures thorough sanitation and cleanliness. Dedicated to creating clean and hygienic environment for clients and colleagues.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer
Medical Centre
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Coordinated logistics for volunteer activities, optimizing resource allocation to enhance participation.
- Welcomed patients and supported front-desk staff with administrative tasks
- Assisted elderly and disabled visitors with navigation and mobility within the clinic
- Maintained a caring and professional atmosphere in high-traffic patient areas
- Facilitated communication between volunteers and leadership, streamlining information flow and task delegation.
- Developed strong communication skills through direct interactions with patients and staffs.
- Assisted with administrative tasks and gained hands-on experience in a healthcare environment,
Cashier Team Lead
Madhu Groceries
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Managed cash transactions while ensuring cleanliness in the store.
- Provided excellent customer service and assisted customers with inquiries.
- Trained new cashiers in POS systems and customer service protocols.
- Led cashier team to ensure efficient checkout processes and customer satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Deakin University
Burwood, VIC01-2027
Diploma of Health Science - Medical
Swinburne College
Sri Lanka02-2024
Skills
- Adaptable, passionate and willingness to learn
- Collaborative and skilled at teamwork
- Friendly and effective communication abilities
- Personal care (toileting, dressing, showering)
- Supporting mobility and safe transfers
- Communication with older adults and families
- Infection prevention and hygiene control
- Observing/reporting patient changes to staff
- CPR, manual handling, and patient safety
Clinical placement
Year 2025
- Monash Health- Geriatric Ward (June 2025)
Achievements:
- Provided personal care to older adult patients including hygiene, toileting, and mobility assistance
- Supported physiotherapy and rehabilitation programs for post-acute and stroke patients
- Practiced manual handling and infection control procedures in accordance with facility policy
- Built meaningful relationships with patients through empathy and clear communication
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high standards of care and safety
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- National Police Certificate
- WWCC
- Covid-19 Vaccination Certificate
- National Hand Hygiene Certificate
- Infection prevention- SP and TBP
Timeline
Volunteer
Medical Centre
01.2022 - 01.2023
Cashier Team Lead
Madhu Groceries
01.2017 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Deakin University
Diploma of Health Science - Medical
Swinburne College
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